Sex and intimacy are some of the most tender ways we connect with others—and, in many ways, they’re mirrors. They reflect how we give and receive love, how safe we feel being seen, and what we learned early on about closeness, trust, and vulnerability.

Sexual health is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being, yet many individuals struggle with sexual dysfunction, often linked to past trauma. Understanding the relationship between trauma and sexual dysfunction can empower those affected and pave the way for healing, connection, and pleasure. No experience of traumatic events is undeserving of care and attention, especially when it has impacts on different areas of functioning.